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Song for a Raggy Boy. Song for a Raggy Boy is an 2003 Irish historical drama film directed by Aisling Walsh. It is based on the book of the same name by Patrick Galvin and is based on true events.
- Aisling Walsh
- Aisling Walsh, Kevin Byron Murphy, based on the book by Patrick Galvin
Aug 22, 2003 · Based on a true story, the film depicts the abuse and resistance of boys in a Catholic reformatory in 1939 Ireland. Aidan Quinn stars as the first lay teacher who challenges the cruel prefect and the church authorities.
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- Drama, History
- Aisling Walsh
- 2003-08-22
A 2003 film about a teacher who returns to Ireland to work at a school for troubled boys. Find out where to watch it online for free or with ads, or buy or rent it on Amazon Video or Vudu.
- 2003
- William Franklin; Brother John; Brother Mac
- Aisling Walsh
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Song for a Raggy Boy. Against the wishes of the Bishop, Father Damian (Alan Devlin), the principal of St. Jude's Reformatory School, appoints William Franklin (Aidan Quinn) the only lay teacher among a staff of Catholic Brothers. Rentals include 30 days to start watching this video and 48 hours to finish once started.
Based on a true story, the film follows a new teacher (Aidan Quinn) who challenges a strict disciplinarian (Iain Glen) at a Catholic reform school in 1939 Ireland. The film has mixed reviews from critics and positive ratings from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes.
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- Aidan Quinn
- Aisling Walsh
- Lolafilms S.A.
A true story of a teacher's courage against abuse in a Catholic school in 1939 Ireland. The film follows the struggles of the boys, the teacher, and the prefect, and the impact of the Spanish Civil War.
